2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 20 L |
